Crime & Safety
Police Release Sketch of Armed Robbery Suspect
Unknown suspect was last seen behind Leesburg Plaza Shopping Center, according to Leesburg Police.
Investigators have released the sketch of a suspect in an attempted armed robbery, according to the Leesburg Police Department.
The unknown suspect was involved in an attempted armed robbery with an edged weapon in a late-night incident May 2 in the area of East Market Street and Plaza Street.
He was last seen directly behind the Leesburg Plaza Shopping Center, according to a release.
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Police describe the suspect as approximately 19-20 years old, 5’-6”, 140 lbs., with a dark complexion.
Anyone with information about the incident or knows the identity of the suspect can contact Det. Zodrow at 703-771-4500 or kzodrow@leesburgva.gov.
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Callers wishing to remain anonymous can call the Leesburg Crime Line at 703-443-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent using TIPSUBMIT via text message. Text 274637 and begin your message with LPDTIP.
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